God's potters : pastoral leadership and the shaping of congregations /
Carroll, Jackson W.
McMillan, Becky R.
Grand Rapids, Mich. ; Cambridge : William B. Eerdmans Pub.,
c2006.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Pastoral leadership at the beginning of the 21st century -- The social and cultural context in which clergy work -- Who are God's potters today? -- What do clergy do? The work of ordained ministry -- How do pastors lead? Leadership and cultural production  -- Potters' problems: commitment, satisfaction, and health  -- "A manner of life worthy of the gospel" : exploring the meaning of excellence in ministry and pastoral leadership -- Strengthening pastoral leadership and nurturing excellence : some strategies  -- Appendix A: research methods  -- Appendix B: interview protocol and response frequencies.
Pastoral theology.
Christian leadership.